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Girlcopper 03-15-2021 08:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Cobullymom (Post 1915622)
Remember that tree has been there WAY before the house, and obviously the house is still standing...
So? Its unsightly and why take the chance

airstreamingypsy 03-15-2021 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by pattycake!67 (Post 1915353)
We have found a lovely home in Spanish Springs that we would like to purchase. There is only one BIG UNSIGHTLY PROBLEM, there is a huge oak tree in the front yard that we would like to remove. We would like to replace it with a more appropriate tree(s). Perhaps a Palm or two. We don’t think we will be able to live with the current tree situation. We know there are Village RULES / Deed Restrictions with regard to cutting down trees. Will getting permission be a major headache and time and should we just forego this property and look elsewhere? We easily could....
Your thoughts and experience would be greatly appreciated.
Look elsewhere, leave the tree alone. There are identical houses with no tree.

Two Bills 03-15-2021 09:00 AM
I love big old trees.

In other peoples gardens!

sk450 03-15-2021 09:12 AM
New law of 2019 says that the home owner must obtain an independent arborist report . This will over ride the villages arborist and allow you to remove the tree. You do not need to get a permit or permission from the ARC. Use a good company and have the arborist report before starting to remove the tree.

newgirl 03-15-2021 09:18 AM
Get everything in writing! Your agent should be able to ask the review committee

SGR720 03-15-2021 09:24 AM
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Originally Posted by pattycake!67 (Post 1915353)
We have found a lovely home in Spanish Springs that we would like to purchase. There is only one BIG UNSIGHTLY PROBLEM, there is a huge oak tree in the front yard that we would like to remove. We would like to replace it with a more appropriate tree(s). Perhaps a Palm or two. We don’t think we will be able to live with the current tree situation. We know there are Village RULES / Deed Restrictions with regard to cutting down trees. Will getting permission be a major headache and time and should we just forego this property and look elsewhere? We easily could....
Your thoughts and experience would be greatly appreciated.
You know there are Rules/Deed Restrictions just go to Community Standards and ask what the process entails before you make a decision. Each area of the Villages has their own set of restrictions. If having the tree is a deal breaker then I would walk away.

stinky88 03-15-2021 10:09 AM
pattycake67, I just sent you a private message that will be very helpful to you.

MACH7SS 03-15-2021 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Lindaws (Post 1915684)
You are never allowed to cut down the Oak. ( I guess if it is dead you could get the ok)
Incorrect. I had a large Live Oak removed for cracking my sprinkler lines/heads and for lifting some of my pavers. I simply used the existing Florida law concerning tree removal.

New Florida Tree Law – Chapter 2019-155 – Florida Chapter ISA

RuthA 03-15-2021 10:33 AM
Removing a tree.
 
I understand it is a County ordinance. Not a Villages rule. You have to get permission from the County.

ScottGo 03-15-2021 11:01 AM
If you get rid of an oak tree, it's like killing a sacred cow. We got a 5,000 dollar fine in Pinellas where we used to live. Answer is DON'T touch it unless it it dead. Just not worth it.

jjombrello 03-15-2021 11:08 AM
I agree. I live on a lot with a huge oak tree and would not do it again. Next to a Weeping Willow, it is the dirtiest tree imaginable. Between acorns, squirrels, and leaves, you have to work your butt off to keep things looking half-way decent, let alone clean the clutter out of gutters. Look elsewhere!!

graciegirl 03-15-2021 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by ScottGo (Post 1915845)
If you get rid of an oak tree, it's like killing a sacred cow. We got a 5,000 dollar fine in Pinellas where we used to live. Answer is DON'T touch it unless it it dead. Just not worth it.
I think the new Florida law changed that. But as Bogie said, be sure to get all your ducks in line and don't listen to folks (like me) who don't know for sure.

I do know that having a large Live Oak tree removed and carried away is EXPENSIVE.

vermonster 03-15-2021 11:25 AM
Did you consider the shade the oak will provide in your yard and on your home. This is especially true during the 8 to 9 hot months of the year. Palms provide virtually no shade and require regular maintenance.

Don5154 03-15-2021 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter (Post 1915415)
Call Community Standards office and get the correct information not the opinions of TOTV posters.
VCDD Community Standards
Best advice :coolsmiley:...too many people on here that have no clue but like to give their 2 cent even if they have no idea what they are talking about.

bpascani 03-15-2021 12:50 PM
I would hire an arborist to come out, go through the procedure of getting ARC (or whatever it's called) written approval before you are obligated to continue with the 'provisional' contract (based on the tree issue, and anything else, like inspection, ability to obtain insurance, etc). The ARC takes max of 2 weeks, depending on when you turn in your application. I think they meet every 2 wks or so


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